Autism, formally known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, behavior, and social interaction.
- Genetic Factors
- Environmental Factors
- Neurological Factors
- Delayed Milestones
- Difficulty in understanding
- Delayed or unusual speech development
- Sensory sensitivities
- Limited interest in sharing emotions with other.
Physical Therapy Management:
- Motor Skill Development- Physical Therapist work on developing strength in muscles and working on gross motor skills to fine movements.
- Sensory Integration- Improve tolerance to sensory stimulus.
- Balance and Coordination- These children mainly present with balance issues so Physical Therapist will work on targeted muscles to improve balance and coordination
- Functional mobility- It is so important to work on functional mobility like getting up and down on stairs, getting in and out of a chair etc. So, Physical Therapist work on these muscles also
